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Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and views of sea, De Octopus is a recently renovated bed and breakfast located in Sint Michiel, 1.9 km from Blue Bay Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Every room comes with a patio with views of the garden. The units at the bed and breakfast are equipped with a seating area. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, units at the bed and breakfast also provide guests with free WiFi, while some rooms here will provide you with a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, all units have bed linen and towels. As an added convenience, the bed and breakfast offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Guests at De Octopus will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sint Michiel, like hiking. If you would like to discover the area, snorkelling, cycling and fishing are possible in the surroundings and the accommodation can arrange a car rental service. Queen Emma Bridge is 14 km from De Octopus, while Curacao Sea Aquarium is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Curaçao International, 9 km from the bed and breakfast, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.6
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Sint Michiel
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  • Marilou
    Canada Canada
    Lovely owners, Nice view Room and terrasse Pool Awesome garden It’s clean and smell good
  • Frédérique
    Canada Canada
    We took the room with view on the ocean and it was beautiful. Everything was clean. The owners have been really kind and helpful. They also have 4 dogs that are really sweet and cute ! The whole place is beautiful with a lot a vegetation that...
  • Susanne
    Germany Germany
    Very friendly hosts, awesome place with lots of birds, very quite and green. We loved it.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Familie Van der Meer

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score

Familie Van der Meer
The apartments are set amidst a lush, tropical garden, filled with palm trees, exotic flowers, and bright, colorful birds, hummingbirds and butterflies. Relax by the 6-meter swimming pool and enjoy the views of the tropical paradise from the sun loungers, jacuzzi and various seating areas. Spend your days snorkeling and swimming at the idyllic Snake Bay beach, only a 5-minute walk away.
Welcome to our beautiful island! We are very happy to host you and look forward to helping you have a great time and discover all the amazing sights and activities that our island has to offer.
Boca Sami is an idyllic fishing village surrounded by stunning natural sights. Featuring two beaches, two restaurants, a convenient Toko (shop), a diving school, and picturesque hiking trails, the diminutive village provides everything necessary for an unforgettable island vacation all within walking distance. Plus, Boca Sami's central location on the island enables visitors to drive to the nearest supermarket in five minutes, the center of Willemstad in fifteen minutes, and Westpunt in thirty minutes. Come experience this unique Caribbean oasis!
Languages spoken: English,Dutch

Property surroundings

Facilities of De Octopus
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Snorkelling
    Off-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Key access
General
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Plunge pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Dutch

House rules

De Octopus takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 02:00 to 20:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 14 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

The maximum number of cots allowed depends on the room you choose. Please check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 14 and older are allowed)

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform De Octopus in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about De Octopus

  • The prices at De Octopus may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • De Octopus offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water park
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Bike tours
    • Live music/performance
    • Horse riding
    • Swimming Pool

  • The nearest beach is just 350 yards from De Octopus. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at De Octopus on this page.

  • Room options at De Octopus include:

    • Apartment
    • Holiday Home

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • De Octopus is 0.8 miles from the centre of Sint Michiel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at De Octopus is from 02:00, and check-out is until 11:00.